Recycling and Resource Recovery Coordinator

Description

DEFINITION

Under direction, assists in the development implementation of county-wide programs as part of the San Benito County Integrated Waste Management Regional Agency (Regional Agency) which consists of the Cities of Hollister and San Juan Bautista and unincorporated San Benito County, for solid waste source reduction, reuse, recycling, and resource recovery; performs other related duties.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
This is a single position, specialty class responsible for assisting in the development and implementation of Regional Agency solid waste source reduction, reuse, recycling and resource recovery programs. This position is responsible for coordinating programs with an independent of the contract solid waste hauler, aimed at achieving the recycling and resource recovery goals of the Regional Agency's Summary Plan. This position provides highly specialized program coordination and expertise in the areas of solid waste source reduction, reuse, recycling and recovery.

REPORTS TO

Director of Integrated Waste Management, or designee

CLASSIFICATIONS SUPERVISED

May supervise clerical support staff.

TYPICAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Sit for extended periods; frequently stand and walk; normal manual dexterity and eye-hand coordination; lift and move objects weighing up to 25 lbs.; corrected hearing and vision to normal range; verbal communication; use of office equipment, including computer, telephone, calculator, copiers, and FAX.

TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS

Work is performed in an office environment; continuous contact with other departments, agencies and staff. May be required to travel for trainings, meetings and off-site assignments.

Example of Duties

(The following is used as a partial description and is not restrictive as to duties required.)

Coordinates the development, implementation and update Regional Agency solid waste source reduction, reuse, recycling and resource recovery programs.
Provide technical expertise to the Regional Agency in the areas of solid waste source reduction, reuse, recycling and resource recovery.
Provides general staff support to the Regional Agency in the areas of solid waste reduction.
Monitors, gathers data, analyzes and evaluates variations which affect solid waste source reduction, reuse, recycling and re¬source recover efforts.
Develops recycling/source reduc¬tion goals, strategies and to targeted programs; develop systems to monitor and evaluate their effectiveness.
Provides direction in developing ordi¬nances, zoning laws and other provisions, in coordination with the Regional Agency members, aimed at supporting solid waste source reduction, reuse, recycling and resource recovery goals and objectives.
May serve as the Regional Agency's liaison and interface with Federal, State, regional and local agen¬cies, landfill and resource recovery plant operators, engineers and contractors; establish working relation¬ships with officials at all levels of government, private industry and the general public.
Participates in the Local Task Force for the Regional Agency.
Assists in the development and promotion of solid waste source reduction, reuse and recycling efforts by developing public education programs designed to increase awareness and involvement in solid waste source reduction, reuse and recycling issues.
Maintains refer¬ence library for integrated waste management materials.
Assists in the development of marketing strategies designed to encourage general public and business participation in solid waste source reduction, reuse and recycling programs.
Researches and writes technical reports, correspondence and other program documents.
Keeps abreast of latest advancements in solid waste source reduction, reuse and recycling through technical jour¬nals, research and attendance at professional conferences; Informs management on these findings and developments.
Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Any combination of training and experience which would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and abilities would be:

Education: Completion of course work leading to a bachelor's degree in environmental sciences, business, biology or a closely related field,
AND
Experience: Two years of project management/coordination experience, preferably in the integrated waste management field, developing and promoting public or private source reduction, reuse recycling or other comparable solid waste management programs. (Experience may be substituted for education on a year for year basis.)

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
Possession of, or ability to obtain a valid California Drivers License.

Knowledge Of/Ability To

Knowledge of:

The Califor¬nia Integrated Waste Management Act
Programs and practices dealing in the areas of solid waste source reduction, reuse, recycling
and recovery
Program management, contract compliance, and monitoring techniques.
Research and financial analysis techniques.
Modern office practices, methods, and computer operation.
Principles and procedures of record keeping and reporting.
Computers and software used in professional legal work.
Proper English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation.

Ability to:

Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
Prepare clear, concise, and accurate records and reports.
Operate a computer and use appropriate software.
Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships.
Deal tactfully and courteously with the public, outside agencies, vendors and other County staff
Develop and prepare grant applications.
Provide direction and work coordination for other support staff, as assigned.
Prepare and maintain accurate and complete records.
Assist in preparation and administration of budgets.
Respond to requests and inquiries from the general public.
Handle multiple concurrent projects and manage priorities and tasks.
Work with considerable independence and initiative while exercising good judgment in recognizing scope of authority.
Gather, organize, analyze, and present a variety of data and information.
Deal tactfully and courteously with the public, representatives of other agencies, and governmental staff

Selection Process:
All completed applications and supplemental questionnaires will be reviewed. Depending upon the number of applicants who meet the minimum qualifications, the examination process may include a screening committee (pass/fail) and/or an oral examination (100%) which may include a written practical component to determine placement on the eligible list.

In accordance with California Government Code section 3100, et., seq., all County of San Benito employees are considered disaster service workers who may be required to report for duty, or remain on duty to address disaster service activities in the event of an emergency or disaster and are required to undertake an applicable loyalty oath.

SAN BENITO COUNTY BENEFITS

Employees in regular, full-time positions will be eligible to participate in the following employee benefits:

Pay Day: Employees are paid bi-weekly.
Insurance Deductions: The insurance and benefits deductions will take place bi-monthly, normally the first two pay periods of the month. Bank/Credit union and 457 Retirement Deferrals deductions will take place bi-weekly.

Vacation: Based on continued years of service. Maximum accruals may apply depending on the bargaining unit.

• 5 to 9 years of service = 15 days per year
• 10 to 14 years of service = 18 days per year
• 15 + years of service = 20 days per year

Holidays: 13.5 holidays (including 3 floating) for most employees.

Sick Leave: 15 days per year. Maximum accruals apply.

Health Plan: Comprehensive medical and dental plans available for full-time employees. Employees appointed to a regular position at a time base of 50% or higher are also eligible to participate.

Vision Plan: MES Vision Plan offered which offers exams, frames and lenses on a 12-24-24 basis. The County pays for employee coverage and the employee can pay for dependent coverage. This benefit is available to FULL-TIME employees only.

Employee Assistance Program: The County provides confidential short-term counseling services to employees and dependents. Any regular employee is eligible for up to a total of three (3) hours of counseling sessions within any six (6) month period per County employee. Up to a maximum of six (6) sessions per calendar year are allowed per family

Life Insurance/AD&D: County pays for a $20,000 BASIC life insurance policy for each employee. Two other VOLUNTARY life insurance plans available, including AD&D.

Disability Insurance: General, Confidential and Management groups participate in the State Disability Insurance.

Credit Union: Membership to the Santa Clara Federal Credit Union is available to San Benito County employees.

Deferred Compensation: Employees may participate in tax-deferred retirement savings. Three 457 plans are available. Employees may rollover funds from prior 401k or 457 accounts. IRS limits apply.

Retirement: Regular employees will be enrolled into the CalPERS retirement system in accordance with the Public Employees' Retirement Law. Employee contributions vary according to bargaining unit.

All New Miscellaneous (non-Safety) employees enrolled into the CalPERS retirement system participate in the full formula of 2% at 62. Miscellaneous employees participate in Social Security in addition to CalPERS.

New Safety employees are covered by the safety full formula 2.7% at 57. Safety employees contribute 9% of the employee contribution. Safety employees do not participate in Social Security.

Supplemental Insurance: Employees may participate in various AFLAC plans such as accident, disability, and cancer insurances.

Additionaly, employees can enroll into a pre-tax cafeteria plan and flexible spending accounts including Unreimbursed Medical ($2500) and Dependent Care ($5000).

Health, Dental and Vision Insurance

Retirement Formula Local MISC 2% @ 62 for New PERS Members

Social Security (non-safety)

Vacation Based on Continued Years of Service

Sick Leave 15 Days Annually

Floating Holiday

457 Deferred Compensation

Credit Union

Flexible Spending Account

Employee Assistance Program

Group Life Insurance

Additional Optional Life Insurances & AD&D

Tuition Reimbursement

01

Please be sure to answer the supplemental questions thoroughly and accurately. Applicants are responsible for clearly, completely, and accurately identifying their qualifications. Your responses to the questions must be supported by both the work experience listed on your application as well as your resume. The rating of the supplemental questions may determine your application status and/or rank on the eligible list. Answers such as "see resume" or "see above" will remove you from consideration. I have read and understand the statement above concerning submission of supplemental questionnaire responses.

• Yes
• No

02

I understand all County employees will be required to take an Oath of Office and will be called upon to act as Disaster Service Workers, when needed.

• Yes
• No

03

Do you possess or have the ability to obtain a valid California's Driver's License?

• Yes
• No

04

Do you currently possess a Bachelor's degree in environmental sciences, business, biology or a closely related field?

• Yes
• No

05

How many years of project management/coordination experience, preferably in the integrated waste management field, developing and promoting public or private source reduction, reuse recycling or other comparable solid waste management programs do you obtain?

• Four or more years
• Three to four years
• Two to three years
• Less than two years
• None

06

Do you have any experience in the integrated waste management field including promoting public or private source reduction, reuse recycling or other comparable solid waste management programs?

• Yes
• No

07

Are you familiar with the programs and practices in the areas of solid waste source reduction, reuse, recycling and recovery?

• Yes
• No

08

Do you have public agency experience?

• Yes
• No

09

Are you currently a San Benito County employee?

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Closing Date/Time: 11/4/2024 5:00 PM Pacific

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• County of San Benito

• (831) 636-4000

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